Experimental Add-On

What is the Add-On?

The ProofChat FileMaker add-on provides a drag-and-drop installation method that automatically imports all ProofChat components into your FileMaker solution. This experimental feature simplifies the integration process by eliminating the need to manually copy scripts, layouts, and components.

Where to Find the Add-On

The add-on is included in your ProofChat download package. After extracting the download, look for the addon/ directory which contains:

• ProofChat.fmaddon - Easy installation file (recommended)
• ProofChat.zip - Manual installation archive (fallback option)

Installation Methods

Method 1: Easy Installation (Recommended)

For FileMaker Pro and FileMaker Pro Advanced:

1. Locate the add-on file:

   • Navigate to the addon/ directory in your ProofChat download
   • Find ProofChat.fmaddon

2. Install the add-on:

   • Double-click ProofChat.fmaddon
   • FileMaker Pro will automatically:
     • Install the add-on to the correct location
     • Make it available in the Add-on Modules menu

3. Use the add-on:

   • Open your FileMaker solution
   • Go to File → Manage → Add-ons (or File → Manage → Modules in some versions)
   • Find "ProofChat" in the list
   • Drag and drop it into your file

Note: This method requires FileMaker Pro or FileMaker Pro Advanced. The add-on will be installed to:

• Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/FileMaker/Extensions/AddonModules/
• Windows: C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\FileMaker\Extensions\AddonModules\

Method 2: Manual Installation (Fallback)

If double-click installation doesn't work, use this manual method:

1. Extract the zip file:

   • Navigate to the addon/ directory
   • Extract ProofChat.zip to a temporary location

2. Copy to FileMaker Extensions directory:

   • Copy the extracted ProofChat folder to your FileMaker Extensions directory:
     • Mac: /Users/<username>/Library/Application Support/FileMaker/Extensions/AddonModules/
     • Windows: C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\FileMaker\Extensions\AddonModules\

3. Restart FileMaker Pro:

   • Close FileMaker Pro completely
   • Reopen FileMaker Pro
   • The add-on should now appear in your Add-on Modules menu

4. Use the add-on:

   • Open your FileMaker solution
   • Go to File → Manage → Add-ons (or File → Manage → Modules)
   • Find "ProofChat" in the list
   • Drag and drop it into your file

After Installation

Once the add-on is installed and added to your file:

1. Complete the configuration steps:

   • Follow Step 2: Connect your app to the chat
   • Complete Step 3: License activation and OpenAI setup
   • Verify AI configuration
   • Set up database integration

2. Test the installation:

   • Open the chat using your configured button
   • Verify that all components are working correctly

Troubleshooting

Add-on doesn't appear after installation

• Check FileMaker version: Ensure you're using FileMaker Pro or FileMaker Pro Advanced (not FileMaker Go or FileMaker WebDirect)
• Verify installation location: Confirm the add-on folder is in the correct Extensions directory
• Restart FileMaker: Close and reopen FileMaker Pro completely
• Check permissions: Ensure you have write permissions to the Extensions directory

Add-on installs but doesn't work correctly

• Use manual installation: If the add-on causes issues, use the manual copy-based approach instead
• Report the issue: Share your experience in our community forum so we can improve the add-on

Drag-and-drop doesn't work

• Check FileMaker version: Some older versions may not support drag-and-drop add-on installation
• Use manual copy method: Follow the copy-based integration guide instead

Providing Feedback

Since this add-on is experimental, your feedback is invaluable:

• Report issues: Share any problems you encounter in our community forum
• Suggest improvements: Let us know what would make the add-on better
• Share success stories: Tell us if the add-on worked well for your use case

Your feedback helps us improve the add-on and make it production-ready!

Next Steps

After successfully installing the add-on:

• Add an "Open Chat" button
• Activate your license
• Configure OpenAI API key
• Set up database integration